Melvin Watkins' Obituary
Melvin Douglas Watkins, 73, of Albemarle, passed away on August 12, 2024, at Atrium Health Stanly. A memorial service is scheduled at 1 PM on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at the Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care Chapel. There will be a private burial at a later date. The family will receive friends on Friday, August 16, 2024, from 6-8 PM at Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle.
Mr. Watkins was born August 17, 1950, in Stanly County to the late James and Jessie Watkins. He was affectionately known as “Duke” growing up. Melvin is lovingly survived by his wife, Deborah Moses-Watkins. Those also left to cherish his memory are a faithful son James and a faithful stepdaughter Alyssia.
Mr. Watkins is also survived by children, Inez Lowery (Rick), Kamisha Wall Steele, Shantina Allen Benjamin(James), Donna Allen, Cassandra Little(Jr), Anthony Allen(Zada), Kashunda Gainey and James Watkins; grandchildren Kendra, Xavier, Patrice, Shaquilla, Whitney, James, Justin, Michael, Courtney, Anajha, Henry, Jacob, Olivia, and Chauncey; great-grandchildren Elijah, Lauriana and Makkhi.
Mr. Watkins is predeceased by his brothers, Steve and Jimmy Watkins and a daughter Lydia Watkins Bundgard.
Melvin was a great husband and loved his family dearly. He was a faithful member of Bennettsville AME Zion Church. Mr. Watkins lived many years in Minnesota where he became a huge Minnesota Vikings fan. He loved Western television shows and took pride in how he dressed. He also loved music and in his earlier years loved to dance.
The family would like to extend a sincere thank you for the love and support to; Derrick - his aide, Gloria - family friend, their Neighbors and the Staff at Atrium Health Stanly.
In lieu of flowers, the family is accepting monetary donations to distribute to organizations that aided in Mr. Watkins’ healthcare.
Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle is serving the Watkins family.
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